The Renewable Energy Science Kit demonstrates the workings of a clean energy technology system on a miniature scale. Power an electrical circuit by solar panel or a wind turbine with profiled blades based on NASA aeronautics. Generate hydrogen through water electrolysis and convert it into electricity using a PEM fuel cell. Whichever combination of technologies you want to explore, this science kit is a comprehensive introduction to the principles behind renewable microgrids.

Renewable Energy Science Kit - product overview

The Renewable Energy Science Kit demonstrates the workings of a clean energy technology system on a miniature scale. Power an electrical circuit by solar panel or a wind turbine with profiled blades based on NASA aeronautics. Generate hydrogen through water electrolysis and convert it into electricity using a PEM fuel cell. Whichever combination of technologies you want to explore, this science kit is a comprehensive introduction to the principles behind renewable microgrids.

Full PBL unit on clean power generation includes an exploration of the environmental effects of atmospheric carbon dioxide.

Hands-on activities center on complementary attributes of different renewable energy sources.

Complete student and teacher materials for up to 10 class periods of activities.
Experiments
Experiment 1: Use a solar panel to power the LED module

Experiment 2: Use the solar panel to power the small fan/wheel motor module

Experiment 3: Preparation of the electrolyzer module and solar powered hydrogen production

Experiment 4: Using a PEM Fuel Cell to power the LED module

Experiment 5: Using a PEM Fuel Cell to power the small electric fan module

Experiment 6: Using a PEM Fuel Cell to power the small car wheel module

Experiment 7: Using a PEM Fuel Cell to power the small fan/wheel motor and the LED module in parallel

Experiment 8: Using a wind turbine to power the LED module

Experiment 9: Preparation of the elecrolyzer module and wind powered hydrogen production

Experiment 10: Using the battery pack to perform electrolysis (in case of no sun or wind)